Teachers get a lesson from the zoo

This summer, high school life science teachers from all over the country will get the opportunity to spend three full days and two nights at the San Diego Zoo's Wild Animal Park for the Conservation and Research for Endangered Species (CRES) Summer Institute.

Of course, they have to apply first. Applications are due May 31 and selected teachers will receive a $500 stipend.

Global amphibian decline, the recovery of the California condor, the bushmeat crisis and the conservation of biodiversity in San Diego County are just some of the subjects that will be focused on at the institute this August.

Teachers will sleep in tents at the Wild Animal Park, take part in lectures and hands-on activities, and, most importantly, have new perspectives and experiences to bring to their students in the fall.